#identitytheft — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #identitytheft, aggregated by home.social.
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Maybe your problem with #WashingtonPost is #Bezos. Mine? That it is making money albeit indirectly, off #identitytheft. Seriously, do YOU have any trouble telling which actors, one dead, one largely incapacitated, these two #AI characters were modeled after? Their kids ought to sue.
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Maybe your problem with #WashingtonPost is #Bezos. Mine? That it is making money albeit indirectly, off #identitytheft. Seriously, do YOU have any trouble telling which actors, one dead, one largely incapacitated, these two #AI characters were modeled after? Their kids ought to sue.
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Maybe your problem with #WashingtonPost is #Bezos. Mine? That it is making money albeit indirectly, off #identitytheft. Seriously, do YOU have any trouble telling which actors, one dead, one largely incapacitated, these two #AI characters were modeled after? Their kids ought to sue.
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Maybe your problem with #WashingtonPost is #Bezos. Mine? That it is making money albeit indirectly, off #identitytheft. Seriously, do YOU have any trouble telling which actors, one dead, one largely incapacitated, these two #AI characters were modeled after? Their kids ought to sue.
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Maybe your problem with #WashingtonPost is #Bezos. Mine? That it is making money albeit indirectly, off #identitytheft. Seriously, do YOU have any trouble telling which actors, one dead, one largely incapacitated, these two #AI characters were modeled after? Their kids ought to sue.
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Monitor your credit reports and identity theft alerts immediately, and report to the FBI if you confirm your license is among the 153 million on offer. Warranties, sadly, not included.
Reward: You've received a Complimentary Identity Crisis Bundle — yours absolutely free with every car rental!
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #FBI #AchievementUnlocked (3/3)
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Monitor your credit reports and identity theft alerts immediately, and report to the FBI if you confirm your license is among the 153 million on offer. Warranties, sadly, not included.
Reward: You've received a Complimentary Identity Crisis Bundle — yours absolutely free with every car rental!
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #FBI #AchievementUnlocked (3/3)
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Monitor your credit reports and identity theft alerts immediately, and report to the FBI if you confirm your license is among the 153 million on offer. Warranties, sadly, not included.
Reward: You've received a Complimentary Identity Crisis Bundle — yours absolutely free with every car rental!
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #FBI #AchievementUnlocked (3/3)
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Monitor your credit reports and identity theft alerts immediately, and report to the FBI if you confirm your license is among the 153 million on offer. Warranties, sadly, not included.
Reward: You've received a Complimentary Identity Crisis Bundle — yours absolutely free with every car rental!
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #FBI #AchievementUnlocked (3/3)
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Monitor your credit reports and identity theft alerts immediately, and report to the FBI if you confirm your license is among the 153 million on offer. Warranties, sadly, not included.
Reward: You've received a Complimentary Identity Crisis Bundle — yours absolutely free with every car rental!
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #FBI #AchievementUnlocked (3/3)
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CW: that data breach of 153 million driving licences, good commentary
"From the very beginning of this recent obsession with identifying everyone online (yes, they like to call it “age” verification, but it always ends up as identity verification), we’ve been pointing out that it was a huge privacy nightmare waiting to happen. Or maybe it wasn’t waiting. Maybe it was already happening. ...
"153 million scans of drivers licenses easily available based on this breach, with more being added all the time.
"... this should be a massive warning to everyone pushing for age verification laws. You can have a “trusted” company in the space who brags about all the certifications it has. It’s in “compliance” with the GDPR, the CCPA, and every other law. It is “transparent” about its “privacy practices” and how its “sensitive identity data is handled responsibly” and…. for over a year it’s been leaking all of those sensitive records.
"And it appears no one internally at the company noticed."
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CW: that data breach of 153 million driving licences, good commentary
"From the very beginning of this recent obsession with identifying everyone online (yes, they like to call it “age” verification, but it always ends up as identity verification), we’ve been pointing out that it was a huge privacy nightmare waiting to happen. Or maybe it wasn’t waiting. Maybe it was already happening. ...
"153 million scans of drivers licenses easily available based on this breach, with more being added all the time.
"... this should be a massive warning to everyone pushing for age verification laws. You can have a “trusted” company in the space who brags about all the certifications it has. It’s in “compliance” with the GDPR, the CCPA, and every other law. It is “transparent” about its “privacy practices” and how its “sensitive identity data is handled responsibly” and…. for over a year it’s been leaking all of those sensitive records.
"And it appears no one internally at the company noticed."
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CW: that data breach of 153 million driving licences, good commentary
"From the very beginning of this recent obsession with identifying everyone online (yes, they like to call it “age” verification, but it always ends up as identity verification), we’ve been pointing out that it was a huge privacy nightmare waiting to happen. Or maybe it wasn’t waiting. Maybe it was already happening. ...
"153 million scans of drivers licenses easily available based on this breach, with more being added all the time.
"... this should be a massive warning to everyone pushing for age verification laws. You can have a “trusted” company in the space who brags about all the certifications it has. It’s in “compliance” with the GDPR, the CCPA, and every other law. It is “transparent” about its “privacy practices” and how its “sensitive identity data is handled responsibly” and…. for over a year it’s been leaking all of those sensitive records.
"And it appears no one internally at the company noticed."
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CW: that data breach of 153 million driving licences, good commentary
"From the very beginning of this recent obsession with identifying everyone online (yes, they like to call it “age” verification, but it always ends up as identity verification), we’ve been pointing out that it was a huge privacy nightmare waiting to happen. Or maybe it wasn’t waiting. Maybe it was already happening. ...
"153 million scans of drivers licenses easily available based on this breach, with more being added all the time.
"... this should be a massive warning to everyone pushing for age verification laws. You can have a “trusted” company in the space who brags about all the certifications it has. It’s in “compliance” with the GDPR, the CCPA, and every other law. It is “transparent” about its “privacy practices” and how its “sensitive identity data is handled responsibly” and…. for over a year it’s been leaking all of those sensitive records.
"And it appears no one internally at the company noticed."
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CW: that data breach of 153 million driving licences, good commentary
"From the very beginning of this recent obsession with identifying everyone online (yes, they like to call it “age” verification, but it always ends up as identity verification), we’ve been pointing out that it was a huge privacy nightmare waiting to happen. Or maybe it wasn’t waiting. Maybe it was already happening. ...
"153 million scans of drivers licenses easily available based on this breach, with more being added all the time.
"... this should be a massive warning to everyone pushing for age verification laws. You can have a “trusted” company in the space who brags about all the certifications it has. It’s in “compliance” with the GDPR, the CCPA, and every other law. It is “transparent” about its “privacy practices” and how its “sensitive identity data is handled responsibly” and…. for over a year it’s been leaking all of those sensitive records.
"And it appears no one internally at the company noticed."
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Millions of Stolen Driver Licenses Just Hit the Web—And the FBI is Moving Fast
Full story 👇
Learn more: https://www.earthinsider.in/2026/09/fbi-investigates-stolen-driver-licenses.html
#EarthInsider #EarthInsiderNews #EINews #US #America #USNews #USPolitics #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #FBI #IdentityTheft #BreakingNews #TopStory #NewsAlert
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Millions of Stolen Driver Licenses Just Hit the Web—And the FBI is Moving Fast
Full story 👇
Learn more: https://www.earthinsider.in/2026/09/fbi-investigates-stolen-driver-licenses.html
#EarthInsider #EarthInsiderNews #EINews #US #America #USNews #USPolitics #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #FBI #IdentityTheft #BreakingNews #TopStory #NewsAlert
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Millions of Stolen Driver Licenses Just Hit the Web—And the FBI is Moving Fast
Full story 👇
Learn more: https://www.earthinsider.in/2026/09/fbi-investigates-stolen-driver-licenses.html
#EarthInsider #EarthInsiderNews #EINews #US #America #USNews #USPolitics #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #FBI #IdentityTheft #BreakingNews #TopStory #NewsAlert
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IDScan Faces Lawsuits Over Alleged Breach Exposing 153 Million Driver's Licenses
A massive data breach at IDScan has exposed a staggering 153 million U.S. and Canadian driver's licenses, along with millions of other sensitive identity documents, to dark-web identity thieves. The alarming leak has sparked multiple lawsuits and a federal investigation.
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Um, what if.. A "recruiter" sets up a zoom call with you on false pretenses and then feeds your face and voice to an AI for identity impersonation/theft?
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Um, what if.. A "recruiter" sets up a zoom call with you on false pretenses and then feeds your face and voice to an AI for identity impersonation/theft?
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Um, what if.. A "recruiter" sets up a zoom call with you on false pretenses and then feeds your face and voice to an AI for identity impersonation/theft?
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Um, what if.. A "recruiter" sets up a zoom call with you on false pretenses and then feeds your face and voice to an AI for identity impersonation/theft?
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Um, what if.. A "recruiter" sets up a zoom call with you on false pretenses and then feeds your face and voice to an AI for identity impersonation/theft?
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A driver's license data breach put 153M+ US and Canadian scans up for sale on the Nexus dark-web market, now under FBI investigation.
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #DarkWeb #Nexus #DriversLicense #FBI #PII
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A driver's license data breach put 153M+ US and Canadian scans up for sale on the Nexus dark-web market, now under FBI investigation.
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #DarkWeb #Nexus #DriversLicense #FBI #PII
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A driver's license data breach put 153M+ US and Canadian scans up for sale on the Nexus dark-web market, now under FBI investigation.
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #DarkWeb #Nexus #DriversLicense #FBI #PII
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A driver's license data breach put 153M+ US and Canadian scans up for sale on the Nexus dark-web market, now under FBI investigation.
#DataBreach #IdentityTheft #DarkWeb #Nexus #DriversLicense #FBI #PII
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Cyber Attacks Exploit Legitimate Tools for Rogue Access
Cyber attackers are sneaking into systems through the front door - by exploiting legitimate tools and services to gain rogue access, with a recent dark-web claim boasting of 153 million stolen U.S. and Canadian driver's licenses. Attackers are finding clever ways to impersonate trusted sources, like IT personnel, to get inside and take…
#SocialEngineering #MicrosoftTeams #IdentityTheft #DarkWeb #EmergingThreats
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As a consequence of this (huge) #databreach the victims will be asked (as it was the case with previous breaches) to be particularly careful and sign up for identity theft protection services.
That means that the responsibility for preventing negative consequences of data breaches effectively lies with the victim. #equifax initially even tried to sell credit monitoring to the victims of their 2017 breach; they later were forced to provide 4 years of free monitoring as part of the settlement. The #FTC even recommended to go for free monitoring instead of the $125 payout - which I believe very few people actually received anyway.
I think industry needs to be held responsible for these breaches, e.g., by contributing towards a free insurance for identity-theft victims.
#krebsonsecurity #identitytheft
https://krebsonsecurity.com/2026/09/fbi-probes-service-selling-153m-drivers-licenses/
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Spectrum Sued After Massive Data Breach Allegedly Exposes 40 Million Customer Records: What Raleigh Customers Need to Know
Thousands of Spectrum customers across North Carolina—including many in Raleigh and Wake County—could be impacted after Charter Communications, the parent company of Spectrum, was hit with multiple class-action lawsuits following a massive cybersecurity incident that allegedly exposed the personal information of more than 40 million customers.
If you’re a Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile, or Home Phone customer, here’s what you should know.
What Happened?
According to multiple lawsuits filed in federal court, hackers allegedly gained access to Spectrum customer information during an April 2026 cyberattack.
Investigators believe attackers used a voice phishing (vishing) attack to compromise an employee’s account before accessing customer data stored in a Salesforce system. The breach was publicly disclosed in late May 2026.
Information That May Have Been Exposed
The compromised information may include:
- Full names
- Home addresses
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Spectrum account details
- Customer support records
- Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI)
- Service plan information
At this time, investigators continue to determine the full scope of the breach.
How Does This Affect Raleigh and North Carolina Customers?
Spectrum is one of the largest internet and cable providers serving Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Wake Forest, Knightdale, Garner, Apex, and much of the Triangle.
If you’re currently a Spectrum customer—or were one during early 2026—you may have had information included in the breach.
Even if no financial information was exposed, cybercriminals often use stolen personal data to:
- Launch phishing scams
- Commit identity theft
- Attempt account takeovers
- Create convincing scam emails or phone calls
Customers should remain alert for suspicious emails, text messages, and phone calls claiming to be from Spectrum.
What Should Spectrum Customers Do?
Security experts recommend:
- Change your Spectrum password immediately.
- Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever available.
- Monitor bank and credit card accounts for suspicious activity.
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze with the major credit bureaus if necessary.
- Watch for an official notification from Spectrum regarding your account.
- Be cautious of unsolicited calls requesting personal information.
Can Raleigh Customers Join the Lawsuit?
Several proposed class-action lawsuits have already been filed against Charter Communications.
Generally, you may qualify if:
- You were a Spectrum customer during the affected time period.
- Your personal information was exposed.
- You receive an official data breach notification from Spectrum.
At this stage, these lawsuits are proposed class actions, meaning no settlement has been reached and no court has determined liability.
How to Join the Lawsuit
If you believe you were affected:
- Keep any letter or email you receive from Spectrum regarding the breach.
- Document any fraudulent activity or identity theft.
- Contact an attorney handling Spectrum data breach cases if you’re interested in participating.
- Monitor official court filings and settlement websites for future updates if the cases are certified as class actions.
Remember that joining a lawsuit is optional. If the cases later become certified class actions and result in a settlement, eligible customers are often notified about how to submit a claim.
Bottom Line
For many Raleigh-area residents, Spectrum is their primary provider for internet, television, and mobile service. While there is currently no evidence that every customer’s data has been misused, the alleged exposure of up to 40 million customer records highlights the growing importance of monitoring personal information and practicing good cybersecurity habits.
DoRaleigh.com will continue following developments and provide updates if new information, settlements, or customer notifications become available.
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Auto Evolution: Smugglers Create Fake Google Maps Car, Border Patrol Agents Actually Use Street View. “Smugglers carrying illegal aliens used an SUV disguised as a Google Maps Street View car in an attempt to skip the checks typically conducted by the US border patrol agents. Their idea made sense. Because it was a Google car only supposed to take photos of the surroundings, it wasn’t hiding […]
https://rbfirehose.com/2026/06/24/auto-evolution-smugglers-create-fake-google-maps-car-border-patrol-agents-actually-use-street-view/ -
Latina Caller’s Pain Is Real—But Trump’s Immigration Cruelty Solves Nothing
Fraud harmed one family, but mass deportation harms millions. Here’s the real immigration solution America ignores.
#EconomicJustice #fraud #ICE #identityTheft #immigration #laborRights #LatinoVoters #MedicareFraud #Politics #ProgressivePolitics #SocialSecurity #Trump #undocumentedImmigrants #wageTheft #workersRights https://wp.me/p1OjMZ-oTQ -
📣 New Podcast! "Have You Been Breached" Amy Lynn unpacks the sting of data breaches, like getting that dreaded “Your account’s compromised” email. In 2024,
#2fa #biblestudy #christianpodcast #cybersecurity #databreach #ephesians616 #faith #faithandtech #godsprotection #hacked #haveibeenpwned #identitytheft #mydataremoval #onlinesecurity #passwords #phishingscams #strongpasswords #tech Listen here: http://www.amylynn.org/podcast -
The Ahold Delhaize USA Breach: How a Single Click Can Cost Millions – Source: www.cyberdefensemagazine.com https://ciso2ciso.com/the-ahold-delhaize-usa-breach-how-a-single-click-can-cost-millions-source-www-cyberdefensemagazine-com/ #rssfeedpostgeneratorecho #cyberattackprevention #cyberdefensemagazine #cyberdefensemagazine #CyberSecurityNews #creditmonitoring #employeetraining #phishingattack #retailsecurity #AholdDelhaize #Cybersecurity #Identitytheft #DataBreach #ransomware #FEATURED
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Phishing in focus: Disinformation, election and identity fraud https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/09/09/phishing-election-identity-fraud-video/ #electionsecurity #Disinformation #cybersecurity #identitytheft #cybercrime #Don'tmiss #Hotstuff #phishing #Bolster #Video #scams #video #News
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#NippiAlbright said the #IndigenousWomensCollective took a stand to start #CallingOut those who #falsify #Indigenous #identity . The #Indigenous #Womens #Collective are a group of Indigenous women who aim to #protect & #voice the #rights & #injustices of #IndigenousWomen .
In a tweet, the Indigenous Women’s Collective stated they #assert that Indigenous #IdentityTheft is an act of #colonial violence.
https://globalnews.ca/news/9548230/push-saskatchewan-employers-verify-indigenous-claims/amp/
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FACIAL RECOGNITION WARNING:-
Some #shops in #Australia have started using #facialRecognition and they only tell visitors with a little note somewhere near the entance and hidden in their website #privacyPolicies.
Offending stores to #boycott are:
👎 #BunningsWarehouse (website is #cloudFlare too so no loss there),
👎 #KMart (website gives data to #ScAmazon), and
👎#electronics retailer #TheGoodGuys (website is Microsoft-partnered #Akamai, so avoid anyway). -
SpecTrust raises millions to fight cybercrime with its no-code platform - Risk defense startup SpecTrust is emerging from stealth today with a $4.3 million ... - http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Techcrunch/~3/7lTy61NXeXo/ #creditcardfraud #dreamitventures #fraudprevention #fundings&exits #venturecapital #recentfunding #identitytheft #rallyventures #threatmetrix #cybercrime #signalfire #security #startups #funding #banking #startup #ebay #risk #tc